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  1. 10-27-2009, 10:11 AM #1
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    Default Hi all

    N00b here to the DE shave. I've been struggling with a good shave ever since I can remember. Hopefully I can get some help.

    I've got a Merkur 23C on the way and a decent brush and soap from West Coast Shaving. I can hardly wait.

    Any suggestions on keeping the irritation on my neck down to a min? I shave at night before bed just so my neck doesn't look like hamburger when I go to work.

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  2. 10-27-2009, 10:35 AM #2
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    check out mantics videos on YouTube and don't apply TOO much pressure on your skin with the razor just let the weight of the razor do the work. You may feel like nothing is getting cut (whiskers) but trust me it is. Welcome to B&B.
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  3. 10-27-2009, 10:44 AM #3
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    Definitely watch the vids. Try to look straight ahead while shaving your neck instead of up.
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    Keep shaving! You're among like-minds here.
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  5. 10-27-2009, 11:17 AM #5
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    Welcome! And I definitely agree that watching Mantic's videos will help.
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  6. 10-27-2009, 02:56 PM #6
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    welcome aboard!
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  7. 10-27-2009, 03:09 PM #7
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    Welcome to B&B. All the above are things I'd say, so just follow the advice. Your technique will improve quite fast, so enjoy the ride.
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  8. 10-27-2009, 04:29 PM #8
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    Welcome to B&B!
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    Welcome to B&B mate!
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    Welcome to B&B, the shaves just keep getting better and better. As lot's of questions, there are lot's of experts here
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  12. 10-27-2009, 06:13 PM #12
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    Welcome aboard!! Another newbie in search of the elusive perfect shave. Welcome to the club. The advice you receive here will be invaluable to you as you move down the D/E highway. Be patient & Be slow
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    Welcome to B&B! Watch the Mantic tutorials on YouTube, practice lathering, and map the way the hair grows on your face are a few suggestions that come to mind.
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